Carlos Ascanio

Customer Success Manager

Carlos leads Client Success at The Forge, where he combines technical precision with real empathy for the sales grind. He’s the person customers call when they want to go from setup to results - fast. With nearly a decade of experience in CS, support, and account management, Carlos understands the pain points and potential of cold outreach at scale. His writing is practical, clear, and always focused on impact - whether he’s comparing lead gen platforms, walking through AI-powered prospecting workflows, or outlining how to run placement tests the right way. At The Forge, he’s a trusted advisor to clients navigating infrastructure setup, mailbox management, and automation optimization - ensuring they don’t just use the tools, but win with them.

Blog posts by Carlos Ascanio

The Future of Work Is Humans & AI Together: Insights from Expert Frank Sondors
AI SDRs

The Future of Work Is Humans & AI Together: Insights from Expert Frank Sondors

Discover how expert Frank Sondors leverages AI agents, strategic email infrastructure, and lean teams to revolutionize sales processes and boost pipeline generation.
We Reviewed 100+ Sales Tools, You Need These 11 In Your Stack
Reviews

We Reviewed 100+ Sales Tools, You Need These 11 In Your Stack

Discover the top 11 sales tools tested on over 100 options that can streamline your workflow, automate tasks, and supercharge your sales process from free apps to advanced AI-powered agents.
Stop Hiring Humans: Artisan AI Campaign Review
AI SDRs

Stop Hiring Humans: Artisan AI Campaign Review

Artisan AI’s “Stop Hiring Humans” campaign got attention fast. But how does Ava stack up to real SDR workflows? A breakdown.
How to Do B2B Audience Segmentation for Cold Email Outreach
Cold Outreach

How to Do B2B Audience Segmentation for Cold Email Outreach

Learn how to do B2B audience segmentation for cold email outreach and boost your engagement and sales.
Why Spintax Matters For Cold Email Success
Cold Outreach

Why Spintax Matters For Cold Email Success

Spintax enhances cold email campaigns by improving personalization, deliverability, and engagement without sacrificing quality.
18 Key SDR Metrics To Build High-Performance Teams
Tutorials & Guides

18 Key SDR Metrics To Build High-Performance Teams

Discover 18 critical SDR metrics to track performance, identify issues, and coach your team for a predictable pipeline and revenue growth.
7 Best Instantly Alternatives & Competitors for 2025
Tools

7 Best Instantly Alternatives & Competitors for 2025

Looking for the best Instantly alternatives in 2025? Compare 7 cold email tools that actually scale, improve deliverability, and boost reply rates.
How to Use AI for Sales Prospecting? [+3 Tools Compared]
B2B Lead Generation

How to Use AI for Sales Prospecting? [+3 Tools Compared]

Tired of manual prospecting? Learn how AI can help you find leads, write outreach faster, and save time. Plus, 3 tools to boost your sales workflow.
10 Cold Email Follow Up Hacks To Get Sales in 2025
Cold Outreach

10 Cold Email Follow Up Hacks To Get Sales in 2025

Learn how to write cold email follow-ups that get replies. Discover timing strategies, subject lines, and tools to automate and improve your response rates.